Learning at an ever-increasing rate, Sara and Oz begin putting their security devices in action and not a moment too soon. An overheard conversation soon pits Team Valor against Mr. X, an unknown enemy who's willing to kill to keep his secrets. Every layer of deceit they unravel leads to deeper, more troubling ones, and Team Valor doesn't know who to trust. The magic is making demands of its own, and the pressure on Charlie increases as he tries to keep it satisfied. To make Stasia happy, and keep the magic content, Charlie and Sara attempt to transform Joy. An attempt that has repercussions they didn't expect. The magic and Sara's needs aren't compatible, and Charlie finds out sometimes stepping back to let others fight their own battles is the hardest fight to face.